Northampton World Cup celebrations picture special

It was a day to remember for football fans across the county yesterday (Saturday) as England booked their place in a World Cup semi-final for the first time in 28 years.

Goals from Harry Maguire and Dele Alli were enough to see off Sweden to set up a clash with Croatia on Wednesday.

Fans at the Crown and Cushion celebrate after centre-back Harry Maguire pounces on a corner to give England the lead.placeholder image
Fans at the Crown and Cushion celebrate after centre-back Harry Maguire pounces on a corner to give England the lead.

Photographer Leila Coker was at The Crown and Cushion in Northampton to capture fans’ celebrations.

To see a picture gallery from the day, click here.

Fans enjoy the World Cup quarter-final between England and Sweden at the Crown and Cushion. Photos by Leila Coker.placeholder image
Fans enjoy the World Cup quarter-final between England and Sweden at the Crown and Cushion. Photos by Leila Coker.
Fans enjoy the World Cup quarter-final between England and Sweden at the Crown and Cushion. Photos by Leila Coker.placeholder image
Fans enjoy the World Cup quarter-final between England and Sweden at the Crown and Cushion. Photos by Leila Coker.
Fans enjoy the World Cup quarter-final between England and Sweden at the Crown and Cushion. Photos by Leila Coker.placeholder image
Fans enjoy the World Cup quarter-final between England and Sweden at the Crown and Cushion. Photos by Leila Coker.
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